At a Glance
- Tasks: Prepare financial reports and partner with teams to drive business performance.
- Company: Join a growing international manufacturing group with exciting growth plans.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, study support, generous leave, and pension contributions.
- Other info: Opportunities for career progression within the UK and internationally.
- Why this job: Gain hands-on experience and make an impact in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: ACCA, CIMA or ACA part-qualified or fully qualified candidates welcome.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 45000 £ per year.
Connected Finance are proud to be partnering with a growing international manufacturing group in the appointment of a Management Accountant. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional, whether part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA/ACA) or fully qualified, to join a highly acquisitive American‑owned organisation with significant growth plans across the UK and internationally.
Reporting directly to the UK Head of Finance, you will take ownership of the finance function for two established business units, providing meaningful financial insight, supporting operational decision‑making and helping drive business performance. The business continues to invest heavily through acquisition and organic growth, creating genuine opportunities for career progression both within the UK operation and across the wider international group for the right individual.
The Role
- Preparation of monthly management accounts, including P&L, balance sheet and cash flow reporting for two business units
- Ownership of month‑end close processes and associated reporting
- Balance sheet reconciliations and financial control activities
- Supporting budgeting, forecasting and cash flow management
- Providing commercial analysis and performance reporting to operational teams
- Business partnering with production, sales and procurement functions
- Analysing labour, material and overhead costs to improve profitability
- Supporting strategic projects, investment appraisals and business growth initiatives
- Driving improvements to financial processes, systems and reporting
- Supporting audit requirements and maintaining strong financial controls
About You
- ACCA, CIMA or ACA qualification (part‑qualified, finalist or fully qualified)
- Previous experience within a Management Accountant or Assistant Management Accountant position
- Strong analytical and commercial skills
- Advanced Excel capability and experience of financial systems
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- A proactive, ambitious approach with a desire to develop and progress
- Manufacturing, engineering or product‑based business experience would be advantageous but is not essential
What’s On Offer
- Salary circa £40,000 - £45,000 depending on experience and qualification level
- Study support for active ACCA/CIMA/ACA students
- 35‑hour working week (Monday to Friday)
- 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays
- 4% employer pension contribution matched by 4% employee contribution
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making
- Genuine opportunities for progression within the UK business and wider international group
- The opportunity to join a growing organisation with an exciting acquisition‑led growth strategy
If you are looking for a role that combines hands‑on management accounting, commercial exposure and long‑term career development, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Management Accountant in Sheffield employer: Connected Finance
Join a dynamic international manufacturing group in Sheffield, where your role as a Management Accountant will not only offer competitive salary and study support but also immerse you in a culture of growth and innovation. With a strong focus on employee development and direct access to senior leadership, this is an exceptional opportunity for finance professionals eager to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers within a rapidly expanding organisation.
